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Nikko

Nikko National Park and Nikko city, in Tochigi prefecture, are known throughout Japan for their natural beauty. Mountainous and quite chilly during the colder seasons, this is easily rectified by a visit to one of the area's numerous hot springs (onsen). Nikko is most famous for the lavishly decorated Nikko Toshogu Shrine. An area with lush forests, flowing streams and waterfalls, and striking mountains and gorges, there is no lack of natural beauty to be found in Nikko which makes it a popular getaway for Tokyo urbanites.

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Yunishigawa Dam

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Yunishigawa Dam

A bus that drives off-road—then splashes straight into the dam lake.

Art & ArchitectureBeautiful Scenery
Seto Aikyo Gorge

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Seto Aikyo Gorge

A 100m cliff drops into the gorge — ring the bell, dare the bridge.

Beautiful Scenery
Ryuokyo Gorge

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Ryuokyo Gorge

A river-carved canyon born from a seafloor eruption 22 million years ago.

Beautiful SceneryOutdoor Activities
Tobu World Square

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Tobu World Square

Seventy-one world landmarks shrunk to selfie size in Nikko's hills.

EntertainmentInsta-worthy
Futarasan Jinja Shrine

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Futarasan Jinja Shrine

Three sacred peaks, one shrine binding them since the 8th century.

HistoryUnesco World Heritage
Shinkyo Bridge

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Shinkyo Bridge

A vermillion bridge born from serpents — luck awaits those who cross.

Beautiful SceneryHistoryInsta-worthy
Rinnoji Temple

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Rinnoji Temple

Three gilded Buddhas guard the temple that once unified Nikko's sacred ground.

Art & ArchitectureHistory
Kinugawa Onsen

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Kinugawa Onsen

Edo-era waters once reserved for samurai lords, now yours.

Onsen(Hot Springs)
Nikko Toshogu Shrine

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Nikko Toshogu Shrine

Gold-leafed and carved for a shogun who unified Japan in 1600.

Culture ExperienceHistoryArt & Architecture
Kegon No Taki Waterfall

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Kegon No Taki Waterfall

Lake Chuzenji drops 97 meters straight down — reach it by elevator.

Beautiful Scenery
Mt. Nantai

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Mt. Nantai

A sacred climb where stone gods watch over an iridescent lake below.

Beautiful SceneryCulture ExperienceHistory
Yunoko Lake

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Yunoko Lake

A volcano-born lake where autumn turns the water copper and gold.

Beautiful SceneryInsta-worthy

Frequently asked questions

What is Nikko known for?
Nikko National Park and Nikko city, in Tochigi prefecture, are known throughout Japan for their natural beauty. Mountainous and quite chilly during the colder seasons, this is easily rectified by a visit to one of the area's numerous hot springs (onsen). Nikko is most famous for the lavishly decorated Nikko Toshogu Shrine. An area with lush forests, flowing streams and waterfalls, and striking mountains and gorges, there is no lack of natural beauty to be found in Nikko which makes it a popular …
Where is Nikko?
Nikko is an area in TOCHIGI, Japan.
What are the best places to visit in Nikko?
WOW U lists 12 spots in Nikko. Popular spots include Yunishigawa Dam, Seto Aikyo Gorge, Ryuokyo Gorge, Tobu World Square, Futarasan Jinja Shrine.
What is WOW U?
WOW U is a booking platform that connects travellers directly with local guides in Japan, called Locals. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U, and every experience can be reviewed afterwards. More than 6,100 Locals are registered on WOW U. Reviews left by travellers average 4.7 out of 5.
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